100FT Type III Cheetah Paracord 550 Parachute Cord 7 Strand Made In USA Picture is taken under natural light with no Photoshop touched. Color maybe slightly lighter or darker due to light reflection. 550 approx 5/32" Paracord 550 parachute cord (also called 550 paraline) is perfect for crafts projects like paracord bracelets, lanyards, decorative knots or chinese knotting. Also great for safety and survival applications, or ropes for halters or reins. Light and strong, paracord 550 features a seven strand core with 550 lb. tensile strength. Made in USA